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  Green America · [email protected]
December 4, 2020 at 3:04 PM

Your chocolate covered thank you!

  Join Today Dear Friend, This time of year, when your inbox is filling up with requests, it's hard to decide which organizations to support.  That's why I'd like to share the "mission magic" behind Green America. …
  Charlotte Tate, Green America · [email protected]
December 3, 2020 at 10:03 PM

Jeff Bezos doesn't need your 💰💰

Take action to hold Amazon accountable! Friend, This is peak season for Amazon. Big increases in purchases means greater pollution from Amazon and warehouse workers are at even greater risk of injury. Amazon is customer obse…
  Green America · [email protected]
December 1, 2020 at 7:47 PM

Last Chance: MATCH + Snuggly Winter Care Package

  Join Today Dear Friend, I'll get straight to the point, because your time is valuable. Our work depends on the passion and dedication of our members.  On this national day of giving, please consider making a fi…
  Alisa Gravitz, Green America · [email protected]
November 30, 2020 at 7:04 PM

You're going to love our snuggly winter care package

  Donate Today Dear Friend, You and I are moving America forward.  We are finding solutions and leading the way.  Just last month,  we pushed CVS to stop using receipts coated in toxic BPS and save a world of recei…
  Green America · [email protected]
November 25, 2020 at 2:49 PM

Beware this Black Friday😨

  The biggest shopping season of the year is upon us—starting with Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, Cyber Monday...and the dizzying array of deals to get us to buy, buy, buy.  We've got tips and tricks to help you find the greenest options so you c…
  Todd Larsen, Green America · [email protected]
November 22, 2020 at 9:03 PM

Gift a Vehicle for Green America this Holiday

  Friend, This holiday season turn that vehicle you never use into a gift for Green America. The value of your donation to people and the planet will mean more than any low trade-in deal.   Top Reasons Why Vehicle Donors Give:…
  Charlotte Tate, Green America · [email protected]
November 19, 2020 at 9:28 PM

Big chocolate doesn’t want you to see this

Take action to end child labor in cocoa! Friend, Over 1 million children. That's how many children are still experiencing child labor in cocoa 20 years after companies promised to end child labor in cocoa.  And 24% of child …
  Kathy Harget, Green America · [email protected]
November 14, 2020 at 8:03 PM

Two great ways to support workers, communities, and our planet

  Dear Green American, Green America and our work in the world exist because of people like you who support us through the actions you take, by sharing our mission and message, and by providing financial support to keep our prog…
  Green America · [email protected]
November 12, 2020 at 9:31 PM

Fall in love with Your Green Life.

  Get this Issue! Dear Friend, This year has been anything but ordinary, so we adapted our annual guide, Your Green Life — helping you make greener, smarter, and safer choices — to address this extraordinary moment…
  Todd Larsen, Green America · [email protected]
November 11, 2020 at 10:13 PM

Film Event 🎥 Watch Kiss the Ground and join us for Q&A

  Friend, Over the last couple years, you've probably heard us talking about one of the keys to combatting the climate crisis: the soil. That's why we have been working to increase regenerative agriculture and spreading the word…
  Alisa Gravitz, Green America · [email protected]
November 4, 2020 at 5:45 PM

Count Every Vote. Continue Our Work for People & the Planet

Take Action: Count Every Vote Friend, Thank you to everyone who voted in yesterday’s election, and a big thanks to all who worked the polls or helped to get out the vote.  We may not know the result of the election for a whi…
  Alisa Gravitz, Green America · [email protected]
November 3, 2020 at 11:03 AM

One more thing for the vote today

Friend, As you know, today is the last day to vote in the 2020 elections. I hope you will join me in pledging to take on at least one more thing to get out the vote: Reach out to a friend or a relative to encourage them to vote.   …
  Todd Larsen, Green America · [email protected]
October 27, 2020 at 10:05 PM

Learn the climate solution beneath our feet: Nov 17, 7:30pm EST

  Friend, Over the last couple years, you've probably heard us talking about one of the keys to combatting the climate crisis: the soil. That's why we have been working to increase regenerative agriculture and spreading the word…
  Green America · [email protected]
October 24, 2020 at 6:06 PM

4 ways to green your autumn

  As we move into autumn, read on for green living tips for you, your family, and your home. And make sure you vote and get others to as well. Together, we can build the world we want to live in. 4 actions to ensure your vote i…
  Fran Teplitz, Green America · [email protected]
October 23, 2020 at 1:04 PM

Can your bank make a difference?

  Even in the most challenging times, there are actions we can take to promote equity, social justice, and environmentalism. Have you considered how your choice of a bank or credit union can make such a difference? Where you b…
  Beth Porter, Green America · [email protected]
October 20, 2020 at 9:53 PM

Big News on CVS!

  Take Action Now Friend, If you've been to CVS, you've likely gotten a receipt that could be measured with a yard stick. The pharmacy giant is known for its lengthy paper receipts. But thanks to you, our Skip the Slip…
  Kathy Harget, Green America · [email protected]
October 16, 2020 at 10:07 PM

Plan for a sustainable future for all

  Dear Green American, Did you know October 19th-25th is National Estate Planning Awareness Week? Started in2008, this week was created to spread the word about the importance of planning ahead. This year, Green America wants …
  Fran Teplitz, Green America · [email protected]
October 14, 2020 at 10:03 PM

Invest in a greener future

  Dear Green American, Green America brings you the following from Amalgamated Bank, a certified Green Business Network member. Amalgamated Bank is the largest B-Corp bank in the country and focuses on both social and environ…
  Charlotte Tate, Green America · [email protected]
October 13, 2020 at 9:32 PM

Why are child labor and deforestation still in our chocolate?

Sign the petition today! Dear Green American, Child labor, deforestation, and pesticide exposure shouldn’t be ingredients in a chocolate bar. But after nearly 20 years of big chocolate companies promising to end child labor in…
  Green America · [email protected]
October 7, 2020 at 9:03 PM

CORRECTION: Some good news for a change.

  We apologize if you tried to donate to the email sent Thursday, 10/1. Our system was having issues and didn't process  your donation. We'd greatly appreciate it if you try again. Please contact us if you have any questions. 1-800-584-7336. …
  Charlotte Tate, Green America · [email protected]
October 6, 2020 at 10:10 PM

Where are you getting your chocolate this Halloween?

  Dear Green American, Trick or treating may look different this year. But, chocolate is the same tasty treat it has always been. Something else is also the same – child labor and deforestation are still ingredients in big nam…
  Todd Larsen, Green America · [email protected]
October 2, 2020 at 6:21 PM

First ever Climate Influencer Summit Oct 10

  Friend, Green America is excited to be a part of the inaugural Climate Influencer Summit coming soon on Saturday, October 10th, 2020! Please join us for this revolutionary event to learn how to you can amplify your voice to hel…
  Green America, Alisa Gravitz · [email protected]
October 1, 2020 at 4:13 PM

Some good news for a change.

  Donate Today Dear Friend, Something really good happened this year.   Okay, I know what you are thinking. This year?  But it’s true. This spring when we were all sheltering in place, more of us planted garden…
  Fran Teplitz, Green America · [email protected]
September 27, 2020 at 4:05 PM

Another Attack on Corporate Accountability

  Take Action Now Dear Green American, Would you like the money you invest through your 401(k) or pension to be used to create a greener and more just world?    If the Department of Labor (DOL) gets its way, using …
  Fran Teplitz, Green America · [email protected]
September 24, 2020 at 10:06 PM

Free will-writing tool for your future, your legacy

  Dear Green American, Green America wants to inspire you to think about the people you love and your plans for the future. Last month was National Make-a-Will Month and we are reminding our supporters of our free will-writing t…
  Fran Teplitz, Green America · [email protected]
September 22, 2020 at 10:03 PM

Your vote matters more than ever

  Dear Green American, At Green America, all year we say that it’s important to “vote with your dollars” – to use your consumer and investor power to drive economic change that promotes social justice and environmental sustainab…
  Green America · [email protected]
September 17, 2020 at 10:57 PM

6 Ways to Plug into Activism During the Pandemic

  As the pandemic continues and the election gets closer, we must continue working together to build the world we want to live in.  Read on for tips and tools to take action for a greener and just economy. 5 actions to ensure y…
  Charlotte Tate, Green America · [email protected]
September 14, 2020 at 10:07 PM

Garment workers are owed how much?

Tell apparel brands to pay up now! Friend, It is estimated that garment workers have lost BILLIONS in wages and are risking starvation due to greedy corporations.  As our guest blog explains, when brands refuse to pay for go…
  Fran Teplitz, Green America · [email protected]
September 12, 2020 at 9:06 PM

Put your money to work for the climate

  Sign Up Today Dear Friend, Green America’s Better Banking campaign is dedicated to helping people switch to banks and credit unions that reflect their commitment to social justice and environmental sustainability. …
  Jes Walton, Green America · [email protected]
September 3, 2020 at 10:07 PM

Regenerating Paradise

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  Todd Larsen, Green America · [email protected]
August 27, 2020 at 2:07 PM

Take action: Save USPS and our votes!

  Take Action Now Dear Friend, The United States Postal Service belongs to the American people. It is one of the oldest, most unifying and inclusive institutions in our country. But now, we are facing MAJOR, INTENT…
  Jes Walton, Green America · [email protected]
August 21, 2020 at 10:02 PM

It’s not too late to plant a Climate Victory Garden

Dear Friend, This summer sure has been a strange one. The good news is that we saw record-breaking numbers of people Climate Victory Gardening during the pandemic. And, even though it feels like summer’s winding down, we want you to know:…
  Beth Porter, Green America · [email protected]
August 19, 2020 at 10:12 PM

Sign the petition to Walmart: stop leaks, save the climate

  Take Action Now Friend, The appliances Walmart’s using to keep things cool are warming the atmosphere at an alarming rate. That’s because Walmart is a laggard in moving to coolants that are better for the planet. …
  Green America · [email protected]
August 13, 2020 at 10:13 PM

Major companies profiting off COVID crisis

  Many individuals, organizations, and companies are coming together during this difficult time to support each other, and some are even innovating. But some major companies are exploiting the situation for their own economic gains.  Read on for tips an…
  Charlotte Tate, Green America · [email protected]
August 7, 2020 at 10:11 PM

Stop selling cancer-causing RoundUp at Home Depot & Lowe’s

Use your power as a consumer — Urge Home Depot and Lowe’s to remove Roundup® from their shelves! ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌…
  Green America, Alisa Gravitz · [email protected]
August 2, 2020 at 6:04 PM

Hope from the frontlines of the Climate Crisis.

  Get this Issue. Donate Today! Dear Friend, Did you know Green America publishes a magazine? Our supporters say it's their #1 favorite member benefit. And we think you'll love the Green American magazine too! …
  Charlotte Tate, Green America · [email protected]
July 30, 2020 at 10:03 PM

Is your favorite apparel brand a deadbeat?

Tell apparel brands to pay up now! Friend, The pandemic has caused enough hardships on its own. We don’t need multinational corporations making people’s situations worse, but that’s what is happening in the apparel industry. …
  Fran Teplitz, Green America · [email protected]
July 24, 2020 at 9:48 PM

Stop your retirement $ from supporting Big Oil

  Sign the Petition Dear Green American, The Trump Administration is doing everything it can to prop up fossil fuel companies and block our work together to create a greener world. You’ve heard about many of these …
  Beth Porter, Green America · [email protected]
July 22, 2020 at 12:25 AM

Everyday super pollutants worse than CO2?

  Watch and Share Friend, Our Cool It campaign works to eliminate climate super-pollutants from supermarkets – and we’ve got a new video to help spread the word. Watch and share our new video explaining how refrige…
  Jes Walton, Green America · [email protected]
July 19, 2020 at 10:32 PM

Webinar: Turn Your Lawn into a Meadow

Dear Friend, What’s so bad about lawns? They’re a thirsty monocrop comprised of a single plant variety that is usually non-native, dependent on toxic herbicides and chemical fertilizers, and requires labor and fossil fuel-intensive mowing…
  Green America · [email protected]
July 15, 2020 at 7:33 PM

DEADLINE TODAY: $-for-$ Match for a Year!

Give Monthly Dear Friend, It’s the very last day of our “Spread some Love” Crofter’s Organic matching challenge, here at Green America. We are still looking for 38 thoughtful, committed people to become monthly donors by mid…
  Green America · [email protected]
July 14, 2020 at 5:01 PM

LAST CHANCE: DOUBLE your Gift + free Jar of Jam

Give Monthly Dear Friend, What keeps you going when times are tough? When you read about corporate greed, racial injustice, dirty water, forced labor, toxic pesticides, and the climate crisis, what gives you the strength to …
  Green America · [email protected]
July 12, 2020 at 2:31 PM

You + Crofter’s = 2x Impact!

Give Monthly Dear Friend, Green America is a non-profit and the majority of our operating funds come from members like you! Every year more and more members opt to pledge small, affordable monthly donations. We’re grateful…
  Jes Walton, Green America · [email protected]
July 11, 2020 at 10:01 PM

Gardening for People & Planet

Dear Friend, We could all use some good news these days. For me, the incredible interest in gardening during COVID-19 is truly inspiring. Gardening is a safe activity that can be done at home and is good for our health and the planet As…
  Green America · [email protected]
July 9, 2020 at 7:37 PM

This is too sweet!

Give Monthly Dear Friend, I've watched you raise your hand again and again in our work together. That’s why I am excited to share some great news: Crofter’s organic — the fruit spread makers — want to “Spread some Love!” So …
  Charlotte Tate and Jes Walton, Green America · [email protected]
June 30, 2020 at 10:05 PM

New Monsanto corn resistant to FIVE herbicides? No thanks!

Tell the USDA to reject Monsanto’s GE corn seed! Friend, As we continue to experience the COVID-19 crisis, it’s becoming increasingly clear that we need science and actions that protect our health. You know what we don’t nee…
  Fran Teplitz, Green America · [email protected]
June 26, 2020 at 10:45 PM

Is Your Bank Account Fueling Climate Change?

  Sign Up Today Dear Friend, Green America’s Better Banking campaign is dedicated to helping people switch to banks and credit unions that reflect their commitment to social justice and environmental sustainability. …
  Todd Larsen, Green America · [email protected]
June 17, 2020 at 4:46 PM

What are you doing for Juneteenth?

  Find a Local Event or Viral Action Friend, All life is interconnected, all struggles for dignity and justice are woven together, true progress for people and the planet and must include all people. That’s why Gre…
  Green America · [email protected]
June 16, 2020 at 10:06 PM

Get inspired and take action with these climate warriors

  When we started writing the recent issue of our magazine, we wanted to bring attention to environmental justice issues as Americans headed to the polls in the summer and fall. Then came COVID-19, which quickly revealed itself as an environmental justice…
  Charlotte Tate, Green America · [email protected]
June 12, 2020 at 9:01 PM

World Day Against Child Labor - Where can you buy ethical chocolate?

Check out our A-rated chocolate companies! Friend, Today is World Day Against Child Labor. There are an estimated 150 million children involved in child labor globally. AND there are over 2 million child laborers growing the…